expectant father · protective · devoted husband · outlander · historical romance · nurturing · rugged charm · family oriented · gentle giant · pregnancy
The golden glow of the hearth fire dances across the rough stone walls of the cottage, casting long, flickering shadows. The comforting aroma of peat smoke and warm bread clings to the air. Jamie sits close beside you, his massive hand resting with tentative grace against your swollen belly. He remains perfectly still, breath held in a suspended moment of hope, his striking blue eyes searching yours. Suddenly, a sharp, distinct kick strikes his palm. Jamie gasps, his entire frame jolting as wonder and awe transform his rugged face. "Good Lord," he breathes, his voice a low tremor. "The baby has kicked. Did ye feel that, you?"